This page is designed to assist authors in the publication
process and with the sale of their books.

Now, that your
book is ready and slated for publication, the real
work begins. Efforts need to be focused on the
promotion of the book.

Once the book completes successfully the editing and
production in-house-process is submitted for printing. About two weeks later,
the printer reviews the submission of the files—he has its own requirements,
which need to be met. Once the printer approves the submission of the text and
cover files, he generates a proof. This is the last opportunity to review a
digital file or a hard copy of the book. If this proof is approved by the
publisher and author—no errors or glitches are found—it moves next to limited
production.

The book at this stage is printed, but not published. The
author and the review media receive ADVANCED copies of the book for review and
promotion purposes only, four months before the actual release date.

Once the book is reviewed, on the release date—about 4
months after the proof is approved—the book goes to full distribution. This
means the book will appear in B&N and Amazon and it will be available to every
bookstore through the Ingram Digital Catalog. This catalog is used by B&N,
Amazon, and all bookstores to acquire copies of the book.

Before the release date, books are available through us
only.

To promote the book:

Use the
same back cover text and more, if you have the time to write,
to set up your author profile in BookTour.com (link is found
below) and send us the link, to associate it to
your book in our website. Use the links below to find
with the bookstores locatorsnear you to schedule five book readings and
signings. Independent bookstores and Borders are best. They love
authors and to promote
your book. Thirdly, use
BookTour.com (link is founf below) to search for
similar authors and events, such as—Hispanic and women
fiction—and to find actual bookstores that specialize
supporting authors in your genre. Finally, send us an
e-mail list of connections, acquaintances, colleagues, etc. to mail the
announcement of the release.

All these items are critical for
the success of the book.

The Editors

Publicity and promotion of your title is critical for its success.
Here are some links that will help you to identify bookstore contacts near you.
Please, call the store and schedule a book signing. Floricanto provides for 40%
discount to bookstores for orders placed directly through us. Books are fully
returnable.